SPF Beauty Bonanza, Part II: Tinted Moisturizers

Last Summer, we featured scores of SPF-enhanced tinted moisturizers, and a year later there's a new gaggle of goodies to explore! What I love about tinted moisturizers is that they serve three purposes. They simplify your prep time, since they act as a foundation and a moisturizer; they offer SPF so now you don't have to apply (or worry about) sun protection; and they help even out your skin tone. Below are three SPF tinted moisturizers that I'll think you'll fall madly in love with this Summer.

Just a few weeks ago Chanel launched Hydramax + Active Tinted Lotion SPF 15 ($55), a great alternative to wearing foundation in the heat of the Summer sun. It contains UVA and UVB protection while providing even coverage, a non-greasy feel and a healthy, radiant, almost dewy finish on my skin. I use #15 Sunlit (the medium shade out of the three) and not only do I find it moisturizing and extremely blendable, but I also really like the sweet scent.

La Mer has created The SPF 18 Fluid Tint ($65) in three shades of light, medium, and dark. It's moisturizing, it absorbs quickly, the formula is water-based so it's not oily whatsoever, it contains UVA and UVB protection, plus it's made with crushed gemstones (tourmaline and Brazilian malachite), so it helps give skin a radiant glow.

For one more tinted moisturizer with SPF,

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Stila Sheer Color Tinted Moisturizer SPF 15 ($32) is an SPF-enriched moisturizer that feels light yet nourishing on your face. All 10 of the colors are sheer, they blend flawlessly without streaking, and they leave you with an illuminated finish.

it is important to consider a tinted moisturizer that contains a broad, full spectrum sun protection. The SPF number just refers to UVB rays which are just how long it takes for YOUR skin to burn and how much longer you can stay in the sun without burning.
i think what most of us are far more concerned about is long term sun damage (i.e., wrinkling, cancer) are caused by UVA rays. in the u.s., this is not measured and stated on the label. an informed consumer must examine the ingredients and look for avobenzone, zinc oxide, or titanium dioxide.
for example, i LOVE laura mercier's tinted moisturizer with spf, it does not contain adequate UVA protection so i must add another layer if i want to assure myself a harm free day in the sun.
i'm now quite find of becca luminizing tint because of it's color range and sun protection.
and now, i'll get off my soap box.
:-)

it is important to consider a tinted moisturizer that contains a broad, full spectrum sun protection. The SPF number just refers to UVB rays which are just how long it takes for YOUR skin to burn and how much longer you can stay in the sun without burning.i think what most of us are far more concerned about is long term sun damage (i.e., wrinkling, cancer) are caused by UVA rays. in the u.s., this is not measured and stated on the label. an informed consumer must examine the ingredients and look for avobenzone, zinc oxide, or titanium dioxide.for example, i LOVE laura mercier's tinted moisturizer with spf, it does not contain adequate UVA protection so i must add another layer if i want to assure myself a harm free day in the sun.i'm now quite find of becca luminizing tint because of it's color range and sun protection.and now, i'll get off my soap box.:-)

Man, if I could afford it, I would go for the Chanel Precision or La Mer ... actually I could afford it but I've got other priorities hehe! Maybe I will go for Benefit instead, though I find Benefit products quite greasy.

I love Cosmedicine's Honest Face. It moisturizes more than average and the shade range seems pretty good! I used to have trouble and need to use a moisturizer underneath my tinted moisturizer...ha...no more!

Brittanyk- Jane cosmetics also make a tinted moisturizer that's SPF 30. It only comes in 3 shades, but it's pretty good stuff and I've never seen it for more than 5 bucks a tube. I know they sell it at Walgreens.

I LOVE tinted moisturizer...my favorite is by Elizabeth Arden, called Sheer Lights Illuminating Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 15. I've been using it for about 5 years and am hooked.
I think the Stila one is pretty nice too.